Summary

Dr. Christy Benson is a medical doctor specializing in ophthalmology and family medicine with 15 years of clinical experience. She earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed her residency training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Her dual specialty background allows her to provide comprehensive eye care while understanding how vision health connects to overall wellness.

Dr. Benson practices at Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, and maintains hospital privileges at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. She focuses on treating cataracts and various forms of glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. Her procedural expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, cataract surgery, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 15 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman RdDes Moines, IA 50314

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OphthalmologyFamily MedicineFamily MedicineNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IAColfax , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christy Elizabeth Benson

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • APWU
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Corvel
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid
  • March Vision Care
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nationwide
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Premier Access
  • Spectera
  • State Farm
  • Superior Vision
  • Superior Vision - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christy Elizabeth Benson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christy Elizabeth Benson has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Family Medicine
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Christy Elizabeth Benson holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Nebraska Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Benson's NPI number is 1265726913.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Christy Benson affiliated with?
Dr. Christy Benson is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christy Benson?
You can find contact information for Dr. Christy Benson here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Christy Benson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Christy Benson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Christy Benson's office located?
Dr. Christy Benson's office is located at 1801 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
Does Dr. Christy Benson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Christy Benson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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